How this place only has 4.5 stars is inexplicable. Maybe someone out there was having a bad day and…read moredecided to take it out on 2Fifty? Anyway, my best tip for you on this place is to come hungry because you're going to want to try everything on the menu...including the sides! I know I've said it before but the beef ribs are a reason alone to buy an airline ticket and fly to DC to eat them if you're from out of town. TSA should update their forms to read. "Reason for travel: Business, Leisure, 2Fifty " Enjoy!

Update. Not sure if…read morethis is a first review or not however; this has arguably the best bbq in the DMV. On this visit I went for lunch and I discovered the format for entering was more structured. The staff members created a system of restricted entry to prevent overcrowding and to allow more space for guests to dine in. I got the two different sandwiches and a slice of the key lime pie. The first sandwich was the pulled pork which is pictured below. Super tender and juicy with a mild seasoning and gentle smoke flavor. I do believe the long hold times until served loses some of the more potent smoke flavor but a very good sandwich. The other was the brisket sandwich with I think is the bargain option imo compared to ordering slices. The brisket was cooked to perfection, has good balance of flavors and texture. The brisket sandwich is roughly 1.5/2 full slices of brisket and I believe the 1/4 pound is roughly 3 full slices all dependent on the butcher cutting the slices. Neither sandwich needed any sauce to help it out. The key lime pie wasn't my favorite selection on this visit. I'm not sure if it's a house made recipe or outsourced. This slice flavor lacked the tartness from the lime and the custard had strands of coconut or something which was off putting from the texture. Some lime zest as a garnish on the top would work better here than integrated. Dear customer: Pricing here is a little high but please understand it's very difficult for bbq to make a profit margin after factoring the operational costs. Bbq is a labor intensive process to ensure you have a consistent and enjoyable product. Things to consider the parking is limited if the adjacent lot is full. You make have to park in the residential area and walk down. If possible pre-order your meal to save on the wait time. Dear 2Fifty: What would be awesome for the customers is adding a QR code for the menu for the outside guest. While in line several people had to wait to get a portable menu or until they entered the building to start their selection process. Many of which made comments about wanting to see a menu while they waited. Overall, this visit was a 4.3 out of 5.

First off, the experience and service was great. My guests enjoyed the food and couldn't stop…read moreraving about the kale salad! The team was professional and served the food nice and hot.

Doesn't exist at this location- only does catering _ profile is inaccurate - I called and they are…read morenot taking the profile down

We were in the mood for BBQ on Juneteenth and we just so happened to come across this local black…read moreowned gem. We gave them a ring to confirm hours (a must do!) and was delighted to hear that they were open. The menu has plenty of solid options; we didn't see cornbread listed and would have loved to have that with our meal. We took home the chicken bbq platter and ribs platter with a side of mac and cheese, greens, potato salad, and burger beans. I was expecting the chicken bbq to have more of a vinegar base but it was on the sweet side instead and a sandwich. It was tasty either way. The ribs were pretty good too, we had two sauces and we were a big fan of the hot sauce (it was less tangy than the medium sauce). All of the sides were a hit, seasoned well. I wish I could pick a favorite but am unable to lol. We will certainly be back to try more, the service was also exceptional and it was great chatting with patrons about the history of the place.

Good smoke meats the sides were good the customer services Great atmosphere is great everything was…read morehot and fresh

This food truck has started popping up around my office lately. A coworker told me about it, and I…read moreinitially looked for it and couldn't find it. But now I seem to find it conveniently on 19th whenever I'm walking over there! Right now they're there on Mondays and Thursdays -- I recall searching for them on other days, but I didn't see them at the locations their website said they would be. But since it's been consistently coming to 19th Street, I have had the opportunity to have it twice, and I had the JerkBowl each time. The chicken comes off the bone so easily, and it is indeed JERKED! It's got a great taste, and the yellow rice it comes with compliments it very well. I will be trying their mac and cheese and greens in the near future, hopefully. I hope that they continue to get great business because this is food that should not be ignored! They seem to also actively become familiar with their regulars and they're super polite.

I FINALLY got to this spot!! It's been on my list of "Go To's" for a second now. Good people let me…read moretell you...I'm so very glad that I went!! Located at 6120 Marlboro Pike., District Heights M.D. nestled between a tattoo parlor, and a couple other stores you'll find @luvplatesgrill with their beautifully designed black & orange signage!! This spot is momentarily take out only, they accept cash, and credit/debit, and they also have catering available. Their menu is concise, simple, and effective. They have sizable bowls like their DC Gumbo (with turkey sausage, and hormone free chicken $15), and their Homestyle Jerk Chicken (24 hour marinated wings smothered over red beans & rice $15). They also have some signature sandwiches like their "Jimmy Blue"(Maryland lump crab cake $20), and their "Fall off the Bone"(24 hour LuvRub-Ribs-w/BBQ sweet sauce $10). The sides include their World Famous Mac n Cheese (pictured-$8 reg. size), "Mamas Greens"(pictured-$8 reg. size), and their flavorful Red beans & Rice ($4 reg. size). On this trip I copped their Mac n Cheese, a Homestyle Jerk chicken sandwich (pictured-$6 on potato bread), and their 3 for $20 deal where I chose the Pan-seared Salmon ($3 extra), Mamas greens, and the 24 hr. Jerk chicken with the Red beans, and rice. So I started by dipping into the greens...FRESH, and seasoned to perfection!! I then took a bite out of the jerk chicken sandwich...I didn't want to stop!! It was glistening with flavor, a hint of bbq mixed with the jerk made for a tasty sandwich. Then I put a fork to the jerk wings, and watched the meat fall off the bone right into the red beans and rice. Spiced right, savory...it hit the spot. So I'm not a huge Salmon fan, but their pan seared fish with peppers, jerk sauce with a hint of bbq...made me a bigger fan!! Deliciousness!! Lastly I tackled that Mac n Cheese...I was leery via the price, and the "World Famous" title. When you go...GET IT...it's worth it. Customer service was phenomenal, they patiently explained their meals, and spotlighted the freshness of their food (which you can definitely taste). Parking is tricky, it's a very small lot they share. GO!! TRUST!! That's it.

Side orders just as delicious as the juicy as their RIBS! The large rib dinner feeds 2 yes…read moretwo,(dos)) people for under $20! Quality Control: The quality control of their food & service is "consistent" each time I go there. This is why I and I'm bet you will also return! Although Hogs On the Hill is a small quaint looking store on the outside of side but big in "value" on the inside! For budget conscious Rib lovers, this is the place! Bladensburg Rd & New York Ave. NE, DC" GO Check it out! You can also order by phone

I have mixed feelings about this place. First, they have a. private parking lot, but it is very…read moretight and awkward. This is a carryout only joint, so there is no dining area. there is not even patio seating. They serve all your basic barbecue here including chicken, ribs, wings and pulled beef. The staff was ok. They did their job, no more, no less. I got the large rib platter, which came with two sides. I got collard greens and mac & cheese as my sides. It took them about 8 to 10 minutes to make my food. And since there is no dining area, I took it back to my place. There was a lot of food. I could not finish it all in one sitting. The food was good enough. I was call it "OK" or average. I have had better and I have had worse. The ribs were decent, I liked the corn bread, I was not a fan of the mac & cheese at all and the greens could have used a bit more flavor. Don't get me wrong, I ate all my food, but it was not a meal that I would actively seek out again. 3.5 stars would be an more accurate rating but since that is not an option, I rounded it up to 4. I would not be opposed to eating here again.

This is hands down my favorite food truck! The prices are always fair, the customer service is…read moreoutstanding, and the food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and delicious. Every visit has been a great experience, and the staff is always friendly and welcoming. You can tell they take pride in the quality of their food and the service they provide. I've tried several menu items and have never been disappointed. If you're looking for amazing food at a reasonable price with excellent customer service, I highly recommend giving this food truck a try!

It's ok but that's about it,but the sauce is on point.Without the sauce you can make it the same at…read morehome.BBQ Everything off 301 has that smoke flavor in the meat that you expect.It's better than that 2fifthy bbq as well.

Before you ask...YES I DID!! I went to 2 famous DMV spots to get some BBQ Chicken. Both places…read morequalify for BIG SCHLIMS LITE POCKET MEALS. One spot is just a Carryout. The other is an eatery, liquor store, AND strip club...yep!! Let's see who got the better chicken & deal... . Where I am: @ebonyinn301 #Johnnyboyscarryout . Locations Reviewed: Ebony Inn-5367 Sheriff Rd., Fairmount Heights M.D. Johnny Boys-4125 Southern Ave., Capitol Heights M.D. . Menu Includes: Ebony Inn-Pork Ribs, Minced BBQ, Rotisserie BBQ Chicken, BBQ Wings, Mac n Cheese, Baked Beans, Greens, String Beans, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Sweet Potato Pie, Cake, & Beverages, Hot & Mild Sauces. Johnny Boys-Ribs, BBQ Chicken, Fried Wings, Fried Fish, Burgers, Minced BBQ, Fries, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Greens, Cakes, Pies, Beverages, Hot & Mild Sauces. . Items Reviewed: Ebony Inn-Their Minced Pork Sandwich (with hot bbq, $7.45). DELICIOUS. The bbq sauce set this off!! Their Collard Greens, & Mac n Cheese $2.80). The Mac...DECENT. Noodles, & cheese with a hint of flavor. The Collard Greens...PASS. Out of the can, & unseasoned. Their Half Chicken (with Hot bbq sauce $7.90). DELICIOUS. It was big. It was chicken. The Hot bbq sauce...STAMP!! Savory, Tangy, spicy, peppery... Their Sweet Potato Pie ($3.50). LIKE THAT!! Surprisingly good!! . Johnny Boy's- Their Half Chicken (with Hot bbq sauce $8). LIKE THAT!! The chicken w/o the sauce was tasty. Their Hot bbq sauce...DELICIOUS. It was hot, spicy, & good. Their Fries ($2.50). LIKE THAT!! Fresh out the grease, dipped into their hot bbq sauce...yeah!! . Customer Service: On Point at both spots!! . Online Navigation: Easy at Ebony Inn, Awkward at Johnny Boy's . Recommendations: Johnny Boys won the chicken versus, Although Johnny's was cheaper & the sauce was better. I'd recommend Johnny's. =STAMP =LIKE THAT =DELICIOUS =DECENT =PASS =NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

Everyone is very friendly and courteous. No Body hassles you…read morenor comes on to you!enjoyed the food and the price of drinks were very reasonable.

Great All you can Eat Korean BBQ!…read more Came here with the Family to celebrate my neice birthday! She is a huge K-Pop fan and love Korean BBQ. We were a large group of 12 people in this place couldn't be more fitting for the occasion. We enjoyed K-Pop videos, all you can eat Korean BBQ, and seating for our party was in a reserve area where we could share lots of food and enjoy each others company. The service was excellent and the food was delicious....And, just kept coming!! Many options to choose from and nothing was held back from the steaks, shrimp, bugolgi, pork belly chicken, veggies, soups, rice and noodles! We ate till our hearts were content and the food still kept coming for over 90 minutes! The restaurant is open, lively, and the drinks are strong! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and I highly recommend Iron Age...this location! The owner, Andy and his staff were great host, very accommodating and super nice.

I went to this place for lunch September 2026, but it regretfully is not a place I feel comfortable…read morerecommending. A friend and I had planned to have lunch together to try out this place, but fortunately for her, she had an appointment that overran so I went solo. The food was mediocre and was maybe 2 stars, but the pricing made it seem 1 star overall. The pricing was very high and seemed misleading which will be described below, but suggesting a 36% gratuity for a single guest seems questionable for minimal service. A description by the restaurant itself notes in yelp it is a "Korean-style" barbecue restaurant, but one may wonder if it's really authentic Korean from the taste and freshness of some dishes, like the pork and kimchi. The restaurant name "Iron Pig" looks confusing from two separate local successful Korean chain names, "Iron Age" and "Honey Pig", respectively, but Iron Pig was not as good or fresh. They have a "Menu A" all you can eat (AYCE) lunch at $29.99, and a "Menu B" AYCE lunch at $39.99. The Menu B has only about 3 additional grill-able items than Menu A as: NY steak, galbi pork, and shrimp. They also list 3 side options as part of the $39.99 including steamed eggs dish, but customers are only allowed 2 of the 3 options. An additional steamed egg dish would be $6. NOTE: their AYCE says they REQUIRE at least 2 diners, so solo diners BEWARE. A solo diner is allowed AYCE, but is prohibited from ordering the $29.99 Menu A and MUST order the more expensive $39.99 Menu B. Also, the solo diner is not allowed a single one of the 3 free side options, unless willing to pay extra. Normally, I choose to tip at least 15-20% if the service is passable. Yet, when I received the bill, they had already automatically included an 18% gratuity in the total amount printed. Normally, an automatic 18% gratuity is only included for large parties, but this was for a single diner. Also, they did not offer any military or senior discount. After providing my payment card, they brought back the receipt for my final signature. To my surprise, at the bottom of the final receipt, it asked for ANOTHER GRATUITY where it said "Additional Tips" with suggestions of an additional 18% to 25% to what was already automatically added and included before, bringing the "suggested tips" to at least 36% of the combined cost of the food and tax, not just the food price alone. After various colleagues heard of this service and pricing structure, they have advised me to not return. Upon looking at other reviews, I an confirm this is still the practice at this place as of September 2026. I hope they will improve.

The food was excellent! True soul food and good portions. The staff is very friendly. My first…read moretime here and will definitely be back and recommend. The menu is extensive with so many selections of good home cooking. I had the fried catfish, collards and mac. Fresh, seasoned and plentiful.

I heard so many good things about this spot, so I finally stopped in. It's a decent sized dining…read morearea and it was clean. The food is set up buffet style with a server. I opted for the baked chicken, cabbage and macaroni and cheese. The baked chicken was delicious. Nice flavor. The cabbage was sweet with no other flavor and I didn't care for it. That's saying a lot since it's my favorite vegetable. The mac and cheese wasn't very good. I didn't like the cornbread muffin either. We got two slices of cake as well. Red velvet and Oreo. Neither was good. Overall, i would not return for lunch/dinner. Maybe breakfast is better.